Australia, South Africa Announce Playing XI For WTC Final 2025

The final of the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2025 is all set to be played at Lord’s in London from June 11. South Africa will take on Australia in what promises to be an exciting contest between two top cricketing nations. This is South Africa’s first appearance in a WTC Final, while Australia are the defending champion.

Australia will enter the match as favorites due to their experience and strong record in big matches. However, South Africa have shown great form and will not be an easy side to beat. With quality players on both sides, fans can expect a thrilling AUS vs SA WTC Final match at this iconic venue.

Australia’s Road To WTC Final 2025

Australia made it to the WTC Final after a solid run. They beat India 3-1 in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy earlier this year and followed it with a series win in Sri Lanka. The Aussies finished second in the standings and will look to defend their WTC title. They have already announced their Playing XI ahead of the

Marnus Labuschagne will move up the batting order to open the innings alongside Usman Khawaja. Cameron Green returns to international cricket and will slot in at No. 3 for this game. He will be followed by Steve Smith, Travis Head, and all-rounder Beau Webster. Wicketkeeper Alex Carey will be the team's wicketkeeper.

Captain Pat Cummins will lead the bowling attack with Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood, which means there is no place for Scott Boland. Nathan Lyon will be the lone spinner and a key member of this side. Scott Boland and Matthew Kuhnemann are also in the squad but haven't been included in the playing XI.

Australia Playing 11 For WTC Final 2025 (Probable)

Australia have named a full-strength Playing XI for the final. The big news is the return of all-rounder Cameron Green. He had missed the Australian summer due to injury but is now fully fit and ready to play. Apart from him, the team has a plethora of experienced players who have been in this situation before. Let's have a look at the predicted Australia playing 11 for WTC final 2025.

1. Usman Khawaja
2. Marnus Labuschagne
3. Cameron Green
4. Steve Smith
5. Travis Head
6. Beau Webster
7. Alex Carey (wk)
8. Pat Cummins (c)
9. Mitchell Starc
10. Josh Hazlewood
11. Nathan Lyon

South Africa’s Road To WTC Final 2025

South Africa finished at the top of the WTC standings with a points percentage of 69.44. Under the leadership of Temba Bavuma, the Proteas played consistent cricket throughout the cycle. They faced strong teams like India and England in key series. Their disciplined bowling and improved batting helped them reach their first WTC final.

South Africa announced a 16-man squad for the big match. They made only two changes from their last series against Pakistan. Matthew Breetzke has been left out. Young pace bowler Kwena Maphaka also missed out as Lungi Ngidi returned to the squad.

The batting will be led by the captain Temba Bavuma, while Aiden Markram will have a role to play at the top. Young talents like Tristan Stubbs and Ryan Rickelton are expected to play a big role in the batting order. Tony de Zorzi has been kept out of the Playing XI while all-rounder Wiaan Mulder slots at No. 3. Kyle Verreynne will bat in the lower middle order and will also take care of duties behind the stumps.

All-rounders Marco Jansen and Wiaan Mulder will give balance to the side. Both can bowl and bat well. In the bowling department, Kagiso Rabada will lead the pace attack and will be supported by Lungi Ngidi. For spin, South Africa have included Keshav Maharaj in the Playing XI for this big game.

South Africa Playing 11 For WTC Final 2025 (Probable)

This Playing XI looks balanced with depth in both batting and bowling. South Africa need to be at their best to match Australia’s strong lineup. They will rely heavily on their fast bowlers, who will be key in the helpful conditions at Lord's. Let's take a look at the predicted South Africa playing 11 for WTC final 2025.

1. Aiden Markram
2. Ryan Rickelton
3. Wiaan Mulder
4. Temba Bavuma (c)
5. Tristan Stubbs
6. David Bedingham
7. Kyle Verreynne (wk)
8. Marco Jansen
9. Keshav Maharaj
10. Kagiso Rabada
11. Lungi Ngidi